How Radio’s Best Program Directors on Build Lasting Local Ties
When tragedy strikes, when a local charity needs a boost, when the community gathers for music, fun, or a cause - radio is there. From boots-on-the-ground relief to amplifying local voices, the industry’s best Program Directors know connection isn’t a slogan, it’s the job.
MIW Opens Third ‘Behind the Mic’ Mentorship for Female Air Talent
Mentoring and Inspiring Women in Radio has launched the third annual Behind the Mic Mentorship program, aimed at supporting the professional development of women on-air talent across the US radio industry.
Kansas City Chiefs Radio Network Unveils 2025 Broadcast Team
The Kansas City Chiefs Radio Network, anchored by Audacy’s 96.5 The Fan (KFNZ), will return a familiar broadcast crew in 2025 with a few new additions. "Voice of the Chiefs" Mitch Holthus returns for his 32nd season as play-by-play announcer.
WAPL Honors Ozzy With Auction for Parkinson’s Support
Woodword Community Media's 105.7 WAPL in Appleton, WI, turned rock memorabilia and timely headlines into meaningful impact in the wake of Ozzy Osbourne's death, raising $1,800 for the Wisconsin Parkinson's Association.
97.3 The Sky Salutes Florida First Responders in 9th Valor Honors
Audacy’s 97.3 The Sky (WSKY) in Gainesville and Ocala has wrapped its 9th annual SKY Valor Honors Program, recognizing the service and heroism of law enforcement, fire rescue, and emergency medical personnel in North Central Florida.
Watch Now: McVay and Allan Give Keys To Nielsen’s AQH Rule
The new Nielsen 3-Minute Qualifier numbers are in – are radio’s rules really being rewritten? You can now watch "Three Minutes Later: The Ratings Are In," a special edition of Radio Ink’s Radio Masters Sales Series, on demand.
Paige Nienaber’s Midweek Idea Dump: The Big, Cheap Dump Pt. 3
(Paige Nienaber) Last week, I had one of those moments that gave me hope for the future. One of the clusters that I consult did a meeting they titled “The Holiday Hack” with all the sales staff (with any of the talent that was available at the God-awful time of 9a).
Being Boring
(Chris Stonick) I’m not sure if it’s just the American culture or a real belief that the next thing will be the big thing, but many sellers jump at the chance to “chase” the newest and shiniest toy. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but there’s something to be said about being boring.
Ad Tech Strength Offsets Media Softness For Entravision’s Q2
Entravision Communications is celebrating double-digit revenue growth for the second quarter in a row, fueled by a sharp rebound in its global advertising technology business even as its US media segment faced continued challenges.
FCC Seeks Input on Modernized Disaster Info Reporting System
The FCC is opening a rulemaking on modernizing its Disaster Information Reporting System, aiming to reduce reporting burdens on providers and improve access to outage and restoration data for emergency agencies during disasters.
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